Statewide News
Lawmakers consider ways to address Mississippi’s high infant mortality rate
By: Daniel Tyson, Magnolia Tribune Lawmakers recently held a joint hearing focused on Mississippi’s infant mortality rate as experts offered solutions ranging from more government...
Mississippians advised not to burn outside as cold weather moves across state
By: Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Residents in Mississippi are advised against setting outdoor fires to lower the risk of starting a wildfire as cold weather makes its way across...
U.S. Supreme Court to decide Mississippi’s post-election mail-in ballot case
By: Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune The U.S. Supreme Court will decide whether Mississippi can uphold a COVID-era state law that allowed for ballots to be received and counted up to...
Mississippi’s Artificial Intelligence Regulation Task Force advised to hold off on setting regulations
By Jeremy Pittari, Magnolia Tribune Artificial intelligence is becoming more and more entrenched in the daily lives of Mississippians, prompting the state’s Legislature to consider...
Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative, now with over 525 member organizations, hosts first healthcare conference
By Frank Corder, Magnolia Tribune The Mississippi Healthcare Collaborative (MHC), formed in November 2024 to focus on providing sustainable solutions to challenges facing access to...
$100,000 Dedicated to Public Art Grants in Mississippi in Honor of America250
The America250 Mississippi Commission and the Mississippi Arts Commission are offering a one-time public art grant to celebrate Mississippi's stories in honor of the nation's 250th...